Poly Lift Boat Lifts, a leading manufacturer of high-quality boat lifts, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025, marking five decades of innovation, growth, and industry leadership. Founded in 1975 by Dennis Maasen with just one employee, Poly Lift has grown into a global business with over 56 dedicated team members, delivering top-notch boat lifts to customers worldwide.
From its humble beginnings in Sunrise Beach, MO, Poly Lift has consistently been a leader in the boat lift industry. Over the years, the company has earned a reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service, making it a trusted name for boat owners around the world. Their products, known for durability and cutting-edge design, are proudly manufactured in Sunrise Beach, Missouri where the company’s roots remain strong. Every lift that goes out has the patented torsion bar clamps, designed and engineered exclusively by Poly Lift to decrease the possibility of frame torque and increase rigidity. And, of course, the company has always offered the lifetime warranty on their tanks.
Poly Lift’s growth and success have been fueled by the vision of its founders, including Dennis Maasen and his sons, Mark and Mike, who took over the reins of the company in 2010. Under their leadership, Poly Lift has expanded its product line, improved manufacturing processes, and continued to innovate to meet the ever-evolving needs of boat owners. Poly Lift will be continuing the family legacy by eventually entrusting responsibilities of the company to their sons, Matt and Ryan, ensuring the continued growth and success of the company for years to come.
One of the most significant milestones in Poly Lift’s history was the delivery of a 56,000-pound boat lift—the largest boat lift ever produced by the company. They have since manufactured many lifts of this scale. This remarkable achievement showcases the company’s commitment to building high-quality products capable of meeting the demands of even the largest boats.
For 50 years, Poly Lift has been consistently voted as the best boat lift company in the industry, a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The company continues to uphold the principles of integrity, innovation, and excellence that have defined its success for half a century.
"We are incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished over the past 50 years," said Mike Maasen, co-owner and President of Poly Lift Boat Lifts. Added Vice President Mark Maasen: “From a small business with one employee, to a company serving customers around the world, we’ve stayed true to our mission of providing the best boat lifts in the industry. We couldn’t have achieved this without the dedication of our employees, family, and our loyal customers.”
Poly Lift Boat Lifts is looking forward to the next 50 years of innovation and excellence as it continues to lead the way in boat lift manufacturing.